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B2 adjective ænˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪd

anticipated

预期的
Meaning
Expected or predicted to happen; foreseen in advance.
Example
The anticipated growth exceeded the city's capacity.
预期的增长超出了城市的容量。
B2 adjective /dɪˈskʌr.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/

Discouraging

令人沮丧的
Meaning
making someone feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something
Example
The coach's discouraging words affected the team's morale.
教练的令人沮丧的话语影响了球队的士气。
B2 verb /pruːn/

prune

修剪
Meaning
to cut off unwanted parts of a plant or tree to help it grow better
Example
Gardeners prune the trees in spring to encourage growth.
园丁在春天修剪树木以促进生长。
B2 noun rɪsk ˈfæktər

risk factor

风险因素
Meaning
Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition
Example
Water pollution is a significant risk factor for health.
水污染是健康的一个重要风险因素。
B2 adjective /kəmˈpʌlsəri/

compulsory

强制性
Meaning
Required by law or a rule; obligatory.
Example
Wearing seat belts is compulsory in most countries.
在大多数国家，佩戴安全带是强制性的。
B2 noun /kraɪst/

christ

基督
Meaning
the title given to Jesus, considered the Messiah in Christianity
Example
Christ is central to Christian faith.
基督是基督教信仰的核心。
B2 adjective /ˈed.ɪ.bəl/

Edible

可食用的
Meaning
safe to eat; suitable for consumption
Example
Only edible mushrooms should be used in cooking.
仅应使用可食用的蘑菇进行烹饪。
B2 verb /əˈbaɪd/

abide

遵守
Meaning
to accept or act in accordance with; to endure; to dwell
Example
I will abide by the rules of the company.
我会遵守公司的规则。
B2 noun /ˈleɪzər/

laser

激光
Meaning
a device that emits a concentrated beam of light
Example
The doctor used a laser to perform eye surgery.
医生使用激光进行眼部手术。
B2 noun /mɪl/

mill

磨坊
Meaning
a building equipped with machinery for grinding grain or manufacturing goods
Example
The old flour mill has been converted into a museum.
那座老面粉厂已被改建为博物馆。
B2 noun /kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Collision

碰撞; 冲突
Meaning
an instance of one moving object hitting violently against another; a conflict of opposing ideas or interests
Example
The collision between two cars caused a major traffic jam.
两辆车之间的碰撞造成了严重的交通堵塞。
B2 noun /pʌbˈlɪs.ɪ.ti/

Publicity

宣传
Meaning
public attention or notice given to someone or something; advertising or promotion
Example
The movie received a lot of publicity before its release.
这部电影在上映之前获得了很多宣传。
B2 noun /ˈkʌs.tə.mər rɪˈten.ʃən/

Customer Retention

客户保持
Meaning
The ability of a company or product to retain its customers over some specified period.
Example
High customer retention increases business sustainability.
高客户保持率增加了商业可持续性。
B2 noun /wæks/

Wax

蜡
Meaning
a solid substance that melts when heated, used for making candles and polishing
Example
She used candle wax to seal the old letter.
她用蜡烛蜡封住了旧信。
B2 noun ˈæsɪd reɪn

acid rain

酸雨
Meaning
Rainfall made acidic by atmospheric pollution, especially from industrial emissions.
Example
Acid rain damages crops and buildings.
酸雨损害农作物和建筑物。
B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əs

bias

偏见, 偏袒
Meaning
Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.
Example
The judge must remain free from bias.
法官必须保持公正。
B2 adjective /ɡrɪm/

grim

严峻
Meaning
very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook
Example
The future looked grim after the disaster.
灾难之后，未来看起来非常严峻。
B2 noun /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

良心, 道德, 内心的声音
Meaning
an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior
Example
His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.
他的良心阻止他对父母撒谎，关于他的成绩。
B2 noun /ˈsel.ər.i/

Celery

芹菜
Meaning
a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked
Example
I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.
我将切碎的芹菜加入汤中以增加风味。
B2 noun /pɔːrtʃ/

porch

门廊
Meaning
a covered area at the entrance of a building, often with a roof and open sides
Example
We sat on the porch and enjoyed the evening breeze.
我们坐在门廊上，享受晚风。
B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪkəl/

ironical

讽刺的
Meaning
expressing irony; having the nature of irony
Example
Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.
她的讽刺语气让每个人都感到不舒服。
B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

双层巴士
Meaning
a bus with two levels or floors for passengers
Example
The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.
红色的双层巴士是伦敦的一个著名象征。
B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

公共的
Meaning
Shared by all members of a community; for common use.
Example
The villagers worked together in the communal garden.
村民们在公共花园里一起劳动。
B2 verb /twiːk/

tweak

微调
Meaning
to make small adjustments; to fine-tune something
Example
We need to tweak the design slightly.
我们需要稍微调整设计。
B2 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

海军的
Meaning
relating to a country's navy or military ships
Example
The country invested heavily in naval defense.
该国在海军防御方面进行了大量投资。
B2 adverb /ˈɑːɡjuːəbli/

arguably

可以说
Meaning
used to say that a statement is open to argument or is considered true by many people
Example
She is arguably the most talented player on the team.
她可以说是队里最有天赋的球员。
B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

炸肉饼
Meaning
a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling
Example
She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.
她为晚餐提供了美味的炸鸡肉饼。
B2 verb /dɪˈplɔɪ/

deploy

部署
Meaning
to position strategically; to use effectively
Example
The military will deploy troops to the border.
军队将部署部队到边境。
B2 verb /səbˈmɪt/

submit

提交
Meaning
to present for consideration; to surrender; to yield
Example
Please submit your assignment by Friday.
请在周五之前提交您的作业。
B2 verb /pəˈzɛs/

possess

拥有 / 拥有
Meaning
To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.
Example
She possesses great talent in music.
她在音乐上拥有巨大的天赋。
B2 noun /ˈbæŋ.ɡəl/

Bangle

手镯
Meaning
a rigid bracelet or anklet worn as jewelry
Example
She wore beautiful gold bangles on her wrists.
她戴着漂亮的金手镯在手腕上。
B2 noun /ˌɪnstəˈbɪləti/

instability

不稳定
Meaning
lack of stability or balance; tendency to change, fail, or collapse easily
Example
Political instability has slowed economic growth in the region.
政治不稳定减缓了该地区的经济增长。
B2 verb /ˈtɑːləreɪt/

tolerate

容忍
Meaning
to accept or endure something unpleasant without complaining; to allow something to exist
Example
I cannot tolerate such rude behavior in my classroom.
我不能容忍在我的课堂上出现如此粗鲁的行为。
B2 noun /ˈraɪvəl/

Rival

竞争对手; 对手;
Meaning
a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field
Example
The two companies have been business rivals for decades.
这两家公司已经是商业竞争对手几十年了。
B2 verb /maʊnt/

mount

安装
Meaning
to climb up, rise, or fix something in place
Example
They plan to mount a camera on the wall.
他们计划在墙上安装一台摄像机。
B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

绳子
Meaning
a long, thin, flexible string or rope
Example
He tied the package with a strong cord.
他用一根强绳子绑住了包裹。
B2 noun /wɜːrd fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

word formation

构词法
Meaning
the process by which new words are created or existing words are modified in a language
Example
Word formation helps learners understand how new vocabulary develops in English.
构词法有助于理解英语词汇。
B2 noun /ˈtraɪ.əl/

Trial

审判; 测试
Meaning
a formal examination of evidence in a court; a test of performance or quality
Example
The murder trial lasted for three weeks in the county courthouse.
谋杀审判在县法院持续了三周。
B2 adverb /ˈkɒnsɪkwəntli/

consequently

因此
Meaning
as a result; therefore
Example
He didn’t study, and consequently he failed the exam.
他没有学习，因此他没通过考试。
B2 verb /əˈkʌmpəni/

accompany

陪伴
Meaning
to go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort
Example
She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.
她请她的朋友陪她一起去音乐会。
B2 verb fəˈsɪl.ɪ.teɪt

facilitate

促进
Meaning
Make an action or process easier or more achievable; to help bring about.
Example
Good infrastructure facilitates economic growth.
良好的基础设施促进经济增长。
B2 noun /ˌvɪz.ɪˈbɪlɪti/

visibility

可见性
Meaning
The state of being able to see or be seen; exposure or prominence.
Example
Increased visibility on social media can help businesses grow.
在社交媒体上的可见性增加可以帮助企业成长。
B2 noun /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/

instinct

本能
Meaning
A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.
Example
Birds build nests by instinct.
鸟类本能地筑巢。
B2 verb /skriːtʃ/

screech

发出尖锐的声音
Meaning
to make a loud, high-pitched and unpleasant sound
Example
The car screeched to a halt.
那辆车发出了刺耳的声音并猛地停下。
B2 noun /ˈset.əl.mənt/

Settlement

定居; 协议
Meaning
a place where people establish a community; an agreement that ends a dispute
Example
The early settlement was built near the river for easy access to water.
早期的定居点建在河边，方便取水。
B2 noun /juːˈtɪl.ə.ti/

Utility

效用; 益处; 公共服务
Meaning
the state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial; a public service
Example
The utility of solar panels increases with rising electricity costs.
随着电费上涨，太阳能板的效用也在增加。
B2 noun /ˈpref.ər.əns/

Preference

偏爱
Meaning
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others
Example
She has a preference for classical music over pop music.
她更喜欢古典音乐而不是流行音乐。
B2 verb /rɪˈzɪst/

resist

抵抗
Meaning
to oppose or fight against; to withstand
Example
He could not resist the temptation.
他无法抵抗诱惑。
B2 adjective /prəˈvɪʒənəl/

Provisional

临时
Meaning
arranged for the present; temporary; subject to later confirmation
Example
The provisional agreement will be reviewed next month.
临时协议将在下个月进行审查。
B2 verb /dɪˈspoʊz/

dispose

丢弃
Meaning
To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.
Example
He disposed of the old furniture responsibly.
他负责任地处理了那些旧家具。
B2 noun /ˌfiː.ɑːnˈseɪ/

Fiance

未婚夫
Meaning
a man who is engaged to be married
Example
Sarah introduced her fiance to her parents during the family dinner.
莎拉在家庭聚餐时向父母介绍了她的未婚夫。
B2 verb /plʌndʒ/

plunge

迅速跳入或潜水；突然下降
Meaning
to jump or dive quickly; to fall sharply
Example
She plunged into the swimming pool.
她跳进了游泳池。
B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dənt/

Dependent

依赖; 被抚养人
Meaning
a person who relies on another for financial support; someone who depends on others
Example
As a tax dependent, she could not file her own tax return separately.
作为税务依赖人，她无法单独提交自己的税表。
B2 noun /ˈʃepərd/

Shepherd

牧羊人
Meaning
a person who tends and guards sheep
Example
The shepherd guided his flock to the green pasture.
牧羊人把他的羊群引导到绿色的牧场。
B2 adjective/verb /kəˈrʌpt/

corrupt

腐败
Meaning
dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil
Example
The politician was accused of corrupt practices.
这位政治家因腐败行为被指控。
B2 noun /ˌɡriːn ˈen.ə.dʒi/

green energy

绿色能源
Meaning
Energy derived from renewable sources that have minimal environmental impact.
Example
Green energy reduces environmental harm.
绿色能源减少了环境破坏。
B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

感染
Meaning
the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs
Example
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.
医生开了抗生素来治疗她喉咙的细菌感染。
B2 adjective /ˈsiː.z ə n.əl/

Seasonal

季节性
Meaning
relating to or occurring in a particular season; changing according to the seasons
Example
Many businesses hire seasonal workers during the holidays.
许多公司在假期期间雇用季节性工人。
B2 noun /ˈvæn.ɪ.ti/

Vanity

虚荣
Meaning
excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; the quality of being worthless or pointless
Example
Her vanity made her spend hours looking at herself in the mirror.
她的虚荣让她花了好几个小时在镜子前看自己。
B2 noun /ˈpɪlər/

pillar

支柱
Meaning
a strong vertical support or mainstay of a structure or system
Example
The ancient temple was supported by massive stone pillars.
古老的庙宇由巨大的石柱支撑。
B2 noun ləˈdʒɪs.tɪks

Logistics

物流
Meaning
The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.
Example
Logistics ensures timely delivery.
物流确保及时交货。
B2 verb /hɔːlt/

halt

停止
Meaning
to stop or bring to a stop
Example
The train suddenly halted at the station.
火车突然在车站停了下来。
B2 verb /ˈvænɪʃ/

vanish

消失
Meaning
to disappear suddenly; to become invisible
Example
The magician made the rabbit vanish from the hat.
魔术师让兔子从帽子里消失了。
B2 adjective /ˈfʌsi/

fussy

挑剔
Meaning
hard to please; very concerned with details
Example
The child is very fussy about what she eats.
这个孩子对她吃的东西非常挑剔。
B2 verb /dɪˈzɒlv/

dissolve

Meaning
to melt or become liquid; to officially end or break up an agreement or organization
Example
The sugar will dissolve quickly in hot tea.
B2 verb /ɡriːv/

grieve

悲伤
Meaning
To feel or cause deep sorrow, especially due to someone's death.
Example
She continues to grieve the loss of her best friend.
她继续为失去最好的朋友而悲伤。
B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

刺激
Meaning
A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.
Example
Plants respond to external stimulus.
植物对外部刺激作出反应。
B2 adjective /praɪm/

prime

首要的, 重要的
Meaning
Of the best quality; most important; peak condition.
Example
She is in the prime of her career.
她处于事业的巅峰时刻。
B2 noun prəˈɡreʃ.ən

progression

进展
Meaning
The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.
Example
Progression in technology drives innovation.
技术的进展推动了创新。
B2 noun /nɒsˈtæl.dʒə/

nostalgia

怀旧
Meaning
A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.
Example
Listening to old songs fills me with nostalgia.
听老歌让我充满怀旧之情。
B2 noun /ˈɪɡ.nər.əns/

Ignorance

无知
Meaning
lack of knowledge or information; the state of being uninformed about something
Example
His ignorance about basic computer skills made it difficult for him to find a job.
他对基本计算机技能的无知使他很难找到工作。
B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

黏土
Meaning
a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery
Example
The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.
艺术家把湿黏土塑造成一个美丽的花瓶。
B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

非凡
Meaning
extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive
Example
The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.
团队在比赛中取得了非凡的成功。
B2 noun /ˈɔɪ.stər/

Oyster

生蚝
Meaning
a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls
Example
She ordered fresh oysters at the seafood restaurant.
她在海鲜餐厅点了新鲜的生蚝。
B2 noun /æmˈbæsədər/

Ambassador

大使
Meaning
an accredited diplomat sent by a country as its official representative to a foreign country
Example
The ambassador met with government officials to discuss trade agreements.
大使与政府官员会面，讨论贸易协议。
B2 noun /ɪnˈtɒlərəns/

intolerance

不容忍
Meaning
unwillingness to accept or endure beliefs, behaviors, or conditions different from one's own
Example
The leader was criticized for his intolerance toward other religions.
领导人因对其他宗教的不容忍而受到批评。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈtɜːrmɪnəl/

terminal

终点站，最终，绝症
Meaning
As a noun: A place where transport routes begin or end. As an adjective: Relating to the end or final stage of something, often an illness.
Example
He waited for the bus at the central terminal.
他在中央终点站等公交车。
B2 verb /əˈkɒmədeɪt/

accommodate

容纳
Meaning
To provide lodging, space, or meet the needs of someone.
Example
The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.
酒店可以容纳最多200位客人。
B2 noun /heɪ/

hay

干草
Meaning
grass that has been cut, dried, and stored for use as animal feed
Example
The cows were eating hay in the barn.
牛在谷仓里吃干草。
B2 verb /nɪˈɡlekt/

neglect

忽视
Meaning
to fail to care for or give attention to something
Example
Don't neglect your health while studying.
学习时不要忽视自己的健康。
B2 adverb /ˈdʒenərəsli/

generously

慷慨地
Meaning
in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way
Example
She generously donated money to help the poor.
她慷慨地捐钱帮助穷人。
B2 verb əˈkwaɪər

acquire

获得
Meaning
To gain or obtain something, especially knowledge or skills, through effort or experience.
Example
Volunteers acquire new skills through their experiences.
志愿者通过他们的经验获得新技能。
B2 verb /ˈtɪkəl/

Tickle

挠痒
Meaning
to touch someone lightly to make them laugh; to amuse or please
Example
The feather tickles when it touches your skin.
羽毛触碰到你的皮肤时会发痒。
B2 noun /flɔː/

flaw

缺陷
Meaning
a defect or imperfection in something
Example
The diamond had a small flaw that was barely visible.
钻石有一个几乎看不见的小缺陷。
B2 noun /kənˈvɛn.ʃən.əl ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

conventional farming

传统农业
Meaning
Traditional farming method using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and modern technology.
Example
Conventional farming increases crop production using fertilizers.
传统农业通过使用肥料增加作物生产。
B2 noun ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən

sanitation

卫生
Meaning
Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.
Example
Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.
良好的卫生实践是防止侵扰的关键。
B2 noun /ˈdɔː.weɪ/

doorway

门口
Meaning
the space where a door opens into a room or building
Example
She stood in the doorway waiting for him to arrive.
她站在门口，等待他的到来。
B2 adverb /ˈaʊtraɪt/

Outright

直接; 完全; 毫不保留
Meaning
completely; directly; without reservation or concealment
Example
She rejected the proposal outright.
她直接拒绝了那个提案。
B2 adjective /ˈʌpˌhɪl/

Uphill

困难的; 需要巨大努力的; 向上的倾斜
Meaning
difficult; requiring great effort; sloping upward
Example
Learning a new language can be an uphill battle.
学习一门新语言可能是一个艰难的战斗。
B2 noun /dɪˈnaɪ.əl/

Denial

否认
Meaning
the action of declaring something to be untrue; refusal to acknowledge something
Example
His denial of involvement in the scandal was met with skepticism.
他否认参与丑闻的行为，遭遇了怀疑。
B2 noun /rɪˈmeɪnz/

remains

残留物
Meaning
the parts, pieces, or substances that are left after the rest has been used or removed
Example
The remains of the meal were left on the table.
餐后剩余的食物被留在桌上。
B2 noun/verb /kjuː/

cue

信号
Meaning
A signal or prompt for action; to give a signal.
Example
The actor waited for his cue before entering the stage.
演员在上台前等待他的信号。
B2 noun /ˈtɛl.ər/

teller

出纳员; 讲述者
Meaning
A person who counts and manages money at a bank; a person who tells or relates something
Example
The bank teller counted the cash carefully before handing it over.
银行出纳在交付现金前仔细点算了金额。
B2 verb /ˈɪnəveɪt/

innovate

创新
Meaning
To introduce new methods, ideas, or products.
Example
The company must innovate to stay ahead of its competitors.
公司必须创新，以保持领先于竞争对手。
B2 noun /ˈvæmpaɪər/

vampire

幸福
Meaning
a mythical creature that sucks blood from the living; metaphorically, a person who exploits others
Example
In folklore, a vampire rises at night to drink human blood.
她在获得奖项时无法隐藏自己的幸福。
B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

气味
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one
Example
The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.
新鲜面包的气味充满了厨房。
B2 verb /ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/

designate

指定
Meaning
to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone
Example
The committee will designate a new chairperson next week.
委员会下周将指定一位新主席。
B2 adjective /ˈhɑlːoʊ/

Hollow

空的; 中空的;
Meaning
having an empty space inside; lacking substance or meaning; insincere
Example
The hollow tree trunk provided shelter for small animals.
空心树干为小动物提供了庇护。
B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

幸福
Meaning
the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach
Example
Good posture is important for preventing back pain.
当她收到奖项时，她无法掩饰自己的幸福。
B2 noun ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti

inequality

不平等
Meaning
Difference in size, degree, circumstances, etc.; lack of equality.
Example
The theme of inequality is prominent throughout the story.
不平等的主题在整个故事中是显著的。
B2 noun/adjective /ˈbʌmpər/

bumper

保险杠
Meaning
A protective bar at the front or back of a vehicle; also used to describe something unusually large or successful.
Example
The farmer celebrated a bumper harvest this year.
农民今年庆祝了一个丰收的年份。
B2 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

吃惊
Meaning
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Example
She was startled by the loud noise outside.
她因外面的巨大声音而感到吃惊。
B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

预见
Meaning
To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.
Example
She could foresee the challenges ahead.
她能够预见到前方的挑战。
B2 adverb /ˈmɒdərətli/

moderately

适度地
Meaning
to a reasonable extent, not excessively
Example
She exercises moderately to stay healthy.
她适度地锻炼以保持健康。
B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

识字率
Meaning
The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.
Example
Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.
识字率影响着社会经济状况。
B2 noun /ˈaʊtlet/

outlet

出口
Meaning
a means by which something is released, expressed, or distributed
Example
Art is a great outlet for emotions.
艺术是情感的一个极好的出口。
B2 noun /kənˌfɪɡəˈreɪʃən/

configuration

配置
Meaning
an arrangement of parts or elements in a particular form or structure
Example
The configuration of the system needs to be adjusted for better performance.
系统配置需要调整以提高性能。
B2 adjective /veɪɡ/

Vague

模糊; 不确定
Meaning
unclear or uncertain in meaning; not clearly expressed
Example
His explanation was too vague for me to understand.
他的解释太模糊，我无法理解。
B2 adjective /ˈhɜː.bəl/

herbal

草药的
Meaning
Made from or containing herbs, especially for medicinal purposes.
Example
Herbal remedies were widely used here.
这里广泛使用草药疗法。
B2 noun /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

formation

形成
Meaning
the action of forming or process of being formed
Example
The formation of the new company took several months.
新公司的形成花了几个月时间。
B2 noun/verb /dɪˈpɑːzɪt/

deposit

存款, 预付款
Meaning
to place money in a bank account, or a sum paid in advance as security; a layer of material left naturally
Example
She deposited $500 into her savings account.
她向她的储蓄账户存入了500美元。
B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

前沿, 创新, 尖端技术
Meaning
The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.
Example
This company develops cutting-edge technology.
这家公司开发尖端技术。
B2 noun /ˌaʊtˈsaɪdə(r)/

outsider

局外人
Meaning
a person who is not accepted as a member of a particular group or community
Example
As a new student, she often felt like an outsider at school.
作为新生，她常常觉得自己在学校是个局外人。
B2 adjective /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt ˈfrɛndli/

environment-friendly

环保
Meaning
Designed or produced in a way that causes minimal harm to the environment, often using sustainable materials and processes that reduce ecological impact.
Example
Environment-friendly products are designed to reduce ecological damage.
环保产品旨在减少生态损害。
B2 verb /həˈræs/

harass

骚扰
Meaning
to persistently annoy or torment someone
Example
The employees complained that their boss harassed them.
员工抱怨他们的老板骚扰了他们
B2 adjective /prəˈɡrɛsɪv/

progressive

进步的
Meaning
favoring or implementing new and modern ideas or policies; moving forward or improving
Example
She holds progressive views on social justice and equality.
她对社会公正和平等持有进步的观点。
B2 noun /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Imitation

模仿; 复制; 仿制品
Meaning
the action of using someone or something as a model; a copy of something original
Example
His imitation of the famous actor was so good that everyone burst into laughter.
他的模仿非常成功，大家都笑了出来。
B2 adjective /flɔːd/

flawed

有缺陷的
Meaning
having a mistake or fault that reduces its value or quality
Example
The flawed design of the car led to a recall.
汽车设计有缺陷，导致了召回。
B2 noun /ˈwɒtʃ.mən/

Watchman

看守人
Meaning
a person employed to guard or watch over a building or area, especially at night
Example
The watchman patrols the factory every hour to ensure security.
看守人每小时巡逻工厂，确保安全。
B2 noun ˌvɛdʒɪˈteɪʃən

vegetation

植被
Meaning
Plants considered collectively, especially those found in a particular region.
Example
The forest was dense with a wide variety of vegetation.
森林中有着丰富的植被。
B2 adjective /ˈnuːkliər/

nuclear

核能
Meaning
relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy
Example
The country is developing nuclear energy.
该国正在开发核能。